Consultant Podiatrist - UAE, Western Qualification, UK CCT, Leading Hospital

Job Summary

A leading private hospital in the UAE is looking for an experienced Consultant Podiatrist to provide comprehensive assessment and management of foot and lower-limb conditions. The role involves treating a broad range of musculoskeletal, biomechanical, diabetic, and sports-related foot conditions while working closely with multidisciplinary teams.

The ideal candidate will have strong clinical experience in podiatric medicine and surgery, excellent patient-management skills, and a recognized Western postgraduate qualification.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and manage a wide range of foot, ankle, and lower-limb conditions.
• Provide comprehensive podiatric care for patients with musculoskeletal, biomechanical, and dermatological foot conditions.
• Manage diabetic foot conditions, wounds, ulcers, and other high-risk foot problems.
• Conduct gait and biomechanical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide conservative management including orthotics, footwear advice, offloading, and rehabilitation.
• Perform appropriate podiatric procedures and minor surgical interventions within scope of practice.
• Manage sports-related foot and lower-limb injuries and support return-to-activity plans.
• Provide preventive foot-care education and advice to patients and families.
• Work closely with endocrinologists, orthopedists, vascular surgeons, physiotherapists, wound-care teams, and other specialists.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure compliance with infection-control and patient-safety standards.
• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement, teaching, and continuing professional development.

• Recognized degree in Podiatry / Podiatric Medicine.
• Recognized Western qualification such as UK, American, Canadian, Australian, New Zealand, or Irish qualification, or equivalent recognized credential.
• Consultant/Senior-level clinical experience in Podiatry.
• Strong experience managing complex foot and lower-limb conditions.
• Experience in diabetic foot care, wound management, biomechanics, orthotics, and podiatric procedures is preferred.
• Experience in a leading private, tertiary, or multidisciplinary healthcare setting is advantageous.
• Strong clinical assessment and treatment-planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice, patient safety, and continuous professional development.

• Competitive tax-free salary package.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave and air ticket.
• Visa and relocation support.
• Family benefits, depending on hospital policy.
• CME and professional development opportunities.
• Modern clinical facilities and multidisciplinary working environment.